Okay, K-drama fam, get ready to lose your minds because the cast of The Remarried Empress is officially locked in, and it’s honestly everything we hoped for (and more). If you’ve been waiting for a drama that serves royalty, revenge, romance, and a ridiculously good-looking cast, this is the upcoming kdrama you need to watch out for.
Let’s break it down because this casting news deserves a proper fangirl/fanboy moment.
Shin Min Ah as Empress Navier? Yes, Queen!
First up, the one and only Shin Min Ah is playing Empress Navier. YES. Our graceful queen is stepping into the role of a dignified empress who literally gets dumped by her emperor husband, only to turn the tables and marry a prince instead. This is Shin Min Ah’s new drama, and if you’re like me, you’ve missed seeing her in a strong, no-nonsense role. I’m already obsessed.
Ju Ji Hoon as the Complicated Emperor Sovieshu
Then we’ve got Ju Ji Hoon (you know, the guy who makes you want to both love and hate his characters?) playing Emperor Sovieshu, Navier’s first husband who’s ready to toss her aside for his mistress. Yikes. But hey, Ju Ji Hoon always brings that emotional depth, so even if we’re mad at Sovieshu, we’ll probably still cry over his storyline.
Lee Jong Suk as Prince Heinrey = Dream Casting
Enter Lee Jong Suk as Prince Heinrey, the swoony prince who ends up being Navier’s second husband. If you’ve read the web novel, you know Heinrey is charming, loyal, and a total softie for Navier. And with Jong Suk’s warm presence? Yeah, this is going to hit hard. He’s about to make all of us fall in love. Again.
Lee Se Young as Rashta Will Bring the Drama
And let’s not forget Lee Se Young, who’s playing Rashta, the mistress with a seriously messy rise to power. This character is bold, manipulative, and honestly, kind of fascinating. With Lee Se Young’s acting chops? She’s going to give us a villain we’ll love to hate.
Meet the Team Behind the Scenes
It gets even better. The drama is directed by Jo Soo Won, the mind behind hits like Pinocchio and I Hear Your Voice (if you know, you know). The writing is in the hands of Yeo Ji Na (The Uncanny Counter) and Hyun Choong Yeol, so you can expect clever plot twists, emotional moments, and scenes that’ll live in your head rent-free.
So When’s It Dropping?
The Remarried Empress is set to premiere on Disney+ in 2025. Filming kicks off soon, and fans are already calling it the “K-drama event of the year.” I mean… with this cast? They’re not wrong.
Let’s Talk: Who Are You Most Excited to See?
So tell me, are you Team Navier or lowkey curious about Rashta’s drama? Are you ready for the Shin Min Ah x Lee Jong Suk power couple? Because I absolutely am.
Share with your K-drama bestie, and let’s count down to what might just be the most iconic drama of 2025!